A Jacketing Concern is an historical novel set in London and on the Sussex coast during the
Regency period. At first glance the title might give prospective readers the
idea that the novel is about problems in the tailoring trade; however,
there is a much more sinister

explanation. “A jacketing concern” is a phrase from the slang of
the London underworld at the beginning of the 19th century. It means
someone has taken someone else’s wealth and position by underhand means. I hope
readers will be intrigued enough by that explanation and the odd juxtaposition
of a young chimney sweep and geese on the front cover to buy the book.

Brian Henry has been a book editor, writer, and creative writing instructor for more than 25 years. He teaches creative writing at Ryerson University. He also leads weekly creative writing courses in Burlington, Mississauga, Oakville and Georgetown and conducts Saturday workshops throughout Ontario. His proudest boast is that he has helped many of his students get published.